Aptos is often overlooked due to its more high-profile neighbors — the “Surf City” of Santa Cruz, just a few miles to the north, as well as the twin tourism capitals of Monterey and Carmel, a ...

Heal the Bay’s annual Beach Report Card shows trends on water quality ahead of busy Memorial weekend; last winter’s wet, ...

For decades, Oceanside has battled coastal erosion. Now, it has a creative solution.

New Smyrna is a cheery beach town and a surfer's paradise.

Whether you’re looking to bike along powdery pink sands or swim amongst one of the world’s largest coral reefs, these are the ...

For every Paris, Rome, and London, there are hundreds of small European towns that offer a peek into the local culture and ...

A host of countries overseas offer safe and affordable options. These destinations offer excellent value properties, an ...

California beaches often come with a small catch: everyone else had the same idea at the exact same time. Towels overlap. Coolers compete. Parking becomes a personality test. That’s where freshwater ...

A fishing license and a surf-fishing vehicle permit are required for those driving onto Delaware beaches to fish.

California is home to some of the most pristine beaches in America – if not the world – but some rank better than others when it comes to pollution. That’s according to Heal the Bay, the non-profit ...

Pacifica’s Linda Mar Beach, a longtime local surf break and go-to family hangout, has landed on a very different kind of list ...

Beach day calling? Find your perfect patch of sand with our Wilmington‑area beach guide.